South Park really gives it to Paul Watson in this episode (while I’ve heard he’s stretched the truth about the number of ships he’s put out of commission, the depth of ire here surprised me), but the commentary about nature reality shows is great.
Thanks Connie!
I am working on a fascinating piece about JAWS and feminism, but it’s taking me a while to put together. In the meantime, here’s a clip from the 1977 “Happy Days” episode that now symbolizes the precise moment when anything crosses the line from cool to embarrassing. Even the shark seems a little humiliated to be part of it.
Thanks Connie & Gail!
The Australian government has set out baited drumlines in a misguided attempt to catch and kill sharks. But they weren’t prepared for this subversive pod of dolphin activists….
This is insane….
by Marc Bekoff
Should we kill in the name of conservation? Individual animals are not disposable commodities
We live in a troubled and wounded world in which humans continue to dominate and to relentlessly kill numerous nonhuman animals (animals).
A Texas hunting club recently auctioned off an endangered black rhino purportedly to save other black rhinos and their homes in Namibia. The Dallas Safari Club says, “Namibian wildlife officials will accompany the auction winner through Mangetti National Park where the hunt will occur, ‘to ensure the correct type of animal is taken.'” This is not a very comforting thought.
This sale, in which an animal is objectified and treated like a disposable commodity, raises many questions about how we try to save other species. One major question is, “Should we kill in the name of conservation?” People disagree on what is permissible and what is not. My take and…
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These great white shark slippers are both cozy and imposing. One of my favorite gifts this year. (Thank you J&J!)
And in a semi-related thread, check out these disturbing/high-concept snowmen sculptures. There are two shark-themed creations in the collection that are pretty great. (Thanks HK!)
Randall (of Honey Badger Fame) gives his signature narration to this exciting shark montage!
This wonderful short film of Max Ernst working with natural materials in his studio is a true inspiration. Thanks to the always interesting l biblioklept blog for this!
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